Hi all, sorry for the extended absence, I’ve been fairly busy putting in a shift at the John Peel wiki (about time, I know). I’ve been concentrating on the curious cases of Peel’s appearances on Top of the Pops. I’m almost done now, just a few shows from his halcyon years of the early eighties left to fill in. For a full picture of those magical TV appearances, click here.
The main reason it’s taken me so long is that every time I trawl through the youtube archives, I stop and watch all the clips I find. So, I’ve decided to share some of the highlights with you. Today you’ll be enjoying The Cure performing ‘The Walk’ in July, 1983, in a show that also featured the talents of Iron Maiden, ELO, Eurythmics, Rod Stewart and Mike Oldfield, as well as JP and Kid Jensen in ’ska’ outfits.
I remember watching this one as it was the first time I’d ever heard Iron Maiden. For more info on this show, click here.
Peelhead and music lover. Please let me know what you think about the music you find here. It gets lonely when you don't leave comments.
Stint? More like a magical revelation of your true powers. I salute you, o brave one.
My salute as well. Brilliant job.
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After such comments, I really should get round to finishing the job!